Tupande Avocado Oil Production Coordinator (Fixed-Term) at One Acre Fund
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Date posted
November 4, 2025
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Closing date
December 5, 2025
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Hiring location
Kirinyaga County
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Qualification
Diploma
Description
Founded in 2006, One Acre Fund equips more than 4 million smallholder farmers to make their farms more productive. Across nine countries that together are home to two-thirds of Africa's farmers, we provide high-quality farm supplies, tree seedlings, accessible credit, modern agronomic training, and a wide range of other agricultural services. On average, this model enables any farmer to increase her income and assets on supported land by more than 40 percent, while permanently improving her climate resilience. This is all made possible by our team of 8,000+ full-time staff, drawn from diverse backgrounds and professions. To learn more, please see our Why Work Here blog post.
Our Kenya program, founded in 2006, is our second largest. We operate under the farmer brand Tupande, serving over one million farmers and employing 2200 staff. We aim to transform every farming community in Kenya by delivering sustained food security and pathways to prosperity. tupande.co.ke.
About the RoleYou will ensure that the products are processed as per the customer requirements and orders fulfilled in the set timeline. You will be part of Tupande Soko and will report directly to Processing Manager. This role is based in Sagana at Tupande Soko factory and is on site.
Responsibilities- Assist in production planning, managing schedules, and coordinating raw material supply to ensure, high-quality output.
- Ensure adherence to food safety standards, hygienic conditions, and compliance with SHEQ(Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality) requirements.
- Oversee workforce management, provide training, and ensure implementation of company procedures.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement, cost reduction, and innovative solutions to enhance production efficiency.
We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You'll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You'll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.
QualificationsAcross all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:
- A Diploma in Mechanical, Agricultural or Production Engineering or equivalent qualifications from a recognized University/college.
- 3+ years working experience in an avocado oil processing facility as a production Supervisor.
- Knowledge and experience in the Food safety management system, Environmental, Occupational Health and Safety in the workplace.
- Team Management experience
As soon as possible
Job LocationSagana, Kenya
BenefitsHealth insurance, paid time off
Contract Duration1 year
EligibilityThis role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Kenya
Application Deadline05 December 2025. Please note that we hire on a rolling basis which means that applications are reviewed and processed on a continuous basis until a hire is made.
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